Iceland · Geological Wonders

Ice Exploration

5 Hours Round trip from Höfn í Hornafirði Moderate pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Guided glacier walk on Breiðamerkurjökull, an outlet of Vatnajökull
02 Superjeep transfer from Jökulsárlón toward the glacier
03 Chance to see crevasses, moulins, seracs, and ash-covered ice
04 Learn how glaciers form and change over time
05 Explore a constantly changing icy landscape with an expert guide
06 No previous glacier experience needed
07 Crampons, helmet, and safety harness included
08 Active adventure in one of Iceland’s most dramatic natural settings

Discover the dramatic beauty of Vatnajökull on this glacier adventure from Jökulsárlón. Travel by Superjeep toward Breiðamerkurjökull and set out on a guided walk across a constantly changing landscape of ice, ash, and striking natural formations.

As you explore, your guide will introduce the glacier’s features and explain how it forms and changes over time. Depending on the day’s conditions, you may encounter crevasses, moulins, seracs, ash-covered ice, and, if conditions allow, even blue ice or the famous glacier wall near Jökulsárlón.

This is a rewarding experience for active travellers in good general health who are comfortable walking 4–6 km over varied terrain in changing weather. No previous glacier experience is needed, and all essential glacier equipment is provided before setting off.

Once we hit the ice you will not only be amazed by the beauty but also mesmerised by the sound as the ice beneath your feet crunches.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 5 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Not included

Transport Not included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Höfn, Jökulsárlón

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Glacier Walk

Before stepping foot on the glacier you will meet your guide at Jökulsarlon the Glacier lagoon where your guide will teach you a few things you will need to know while walking on the glacier. We will take you with one of the biggest Superjeeps in Iceland close to the glacier, it’s about a half-an-hour drive, from where the adventure starts.

Once we hit the ice you will not only be amazed by the beauty but also mesmerised by the sound as the ice beneath your feet crunches. During
this tour, you have the possibility to even see crevasses, moulins and the world-famous glacier wall on Jokulsarlon.

Maybe if you are lucky, you can even see the glacier calve. The walk during the whole tour can be between 6-10 km.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Höfn í Hornafirði 2 cities · 5 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Private Transport
Equipment

What to bring

Please wear comfortable, warm, yet breathable clothing and sturdy hiking boots that cover your ankles.
We recommend that you dress according to the weather on the day of departure; the glacier is usually no colder than the meeting point at the Glacier Lagoon.

Know before you go

The meeting time is the time you see on your ticket; either 08:30, 12:00, or 13:45 – the tour will depart approximately 30 min after that, when everyone is geared up and ready.
We meet at our super jeeps near the WC and café at the Glacier Lagoon.
Gear-up takes approximately 30 minutes.
A 40-minute drive to the glacier is followed by a 15-minute walk.
You’ll explore the glacier for about 2 hours.
The return involves walking back to the jeep and driving back to the Glacier Lagoon.
When you book the glacier walk, you should be in good health and able to walk 4-6 km in various weather conditions.
We operate in any type of weather (rain, wind, cold).
Please dress appropriately.
If you don’t think walking 4-6 km on a glacier is something for you, please request a refund at least 48 hours before the tour.
It is not possible to receive a refund if you cancel on the day of the tour or mid-tour.
Please read the description carefully; it is your responsibility to know your capacity and limits.